Job Description

Reports to: Supervisor

Purpose of the Position: The Packer 1 is responsible for safely assembling and packing various types of products according to customer specifications while maintaining quality, accuracy, and efficiency.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Use computerized & electronic system to select, assemble, and package orders accurately, safely and with quality.
• Apply clips, labels; and insert products into tubes, boxes, and other types of packaging.
• Train and rotate through all packing areas, Operate various levels of manual packaging equipment.
• Load specific components in to automated packaging equipment.
• Follow written and verbal instructions shared with you via Packer IIIs or Supervisors.
• Maintain expected output levels throughout the shift.
• Examine and inspect products and packaging materials, possess the ability to identify defective products, notify Packer III of any quality issues.
• Adhere to all safety protocols.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace.
• Requests are completed with a positive attitude.
• May be assigned special projects or other duties.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Possess manual dexterity and good coordination.
• Must have good oral and written communication skills.
• Possess basic reading, writing, and math skills.
• Possess basic technology skills.
• Possess ability to resolve minor problems, recognize normal and unusual situations
• Ability to work with manual and/or power equipment and tools
• Accuracy and attention to detail required
• Coachable and ability to apply instruction immediately
• Maintain a positive attitude and remains flexible to changing demands

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

• Frequently lift, carry, push or pull up to 50 pounds
• Engage in frequent bending, crouching, twisting, and reaching
• Prolonged standing or sitting for the duration of the shift
• Must be comfortable performing repetitive tasks.
• Ability to work effectively in a non-temperature-controlled facility, enduring warm conditions in the summer and cold conditions in the winter.
• Employees will be required to wear the proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Education/Experience requirements: High School diploma or equivalent (GED) required. Previous production, assembly or packaging related experience preferred.

Milwaukee Tool is an equal opportunity employer.